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Because we are all in search of our next "I'll be happy When", we sometimes forget that life is filled with joy and beauty right "now". The Whens is an encouraging picture book that is perfect for your recent graduate or current student who is trying to figure out what to do with their life. The creators wanted a simple story so that the ideas of "following your smile" and "being happy now" didn't get lost in the clutter. Are you brave enough to step off the trail of "I'll be Happy When" to find your happiness now?

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About the Author

Steve Hanson has always loved writing and grew up in North Dakota publishing fake newspapers for his relatives. But like most adults, he got caught up in "serious things" like finding a respectable career and talking about retirement funds. That's when he put all of his belongings into storage, quit his job and move to New Zealand with just a passport and two suitcases. During his year in Wellington, he fell in love with Natasha who helped him find the excitement and joy everywhere in the world around him. Steve is happiest when he's being creative, exploring new ideas or dreaming about what is possible. He has performed improv comedy at Comedy Sportz in Minneapolis and now writes children's books. He currently lives in Colorado with his wife Natasha where he writes, cooks, hikes, plays games and eats dark chocolates.

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In this book Steve Hanson takes us on a journey to help you discover the secret of becoming the kind of person you dream of being. Instead of waiting until "when" you have money, or "when" you are grown up, or "when" you look perfect, Hanson guides us to finding happiness NOW. Colorfully illustrated, this book would speak to children. But the message can be for young adults as well. It reminds me of a Dr. Seuss book with whimsical art work and a message that speaks to all ages.

This clever and deceptively simple book reminds us that we should look for happiness from within ourselves rather than from outside measures of success over which we have no control. The central metaphor - walking down a winding path, urged forever along by monsters who claim to have our best interests at heart - is beautifully illustrated and the book is a delightful chance for readers of all ages to join the main character in stopping to look at the clouds.